Samsung NX100 vs Sony W800

Below, we are reviewing the Samsung NX100 and Sony W800, former is a Entry-Level Mirrorless while the other is a Small Sensor Compact by rivals Samsung and Sony. There exists a sizable gap among the resolutions of the NX100 (15MP) and W800 (20MP) and the NX100 (APS-C) and W800 (1/2.3") enjoy different sensor sizing.

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The NX100 was revealed 4 years before the W800 which is a fairly significant difference as far as camera technology is concerned. Both the cameras come with different body type with the Samsung NX100 being a Rangefinder-style mirrorless camera and the Sony W800 being a Compact camera.

Before diving in to a more detailed comparison, below is a brief introduction of how the NX100 grades versus the W800 with respect to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.

Following is a sample of the gallery pics for Samsung NX100 & Sony Cyber-shot DSC-W800. The full galleries are viewable at Samsung NX100 Gallery & Sony W800 Gallery.

If you're looking to carry around your camera, you will have to consider its weight and volume. The Samsung NX100 offers external dimensions of 120mm x 71mm x 35mm (4.7" x 2.8" x 1.4") and a weight of 282 grams (0.62 lbs) and the Sony W800 has sizing of 97mm x 55mm x 21mm (3.8" x 2.2" x 0.8") with a weight of 125 grams (0.28 lbs).

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Keep in mind, the weight of an ILC will vary depending on the lens you are employing during that time. The following is the front view physical size comparison of the NX100 against the W800.

Looking at dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the NX100 and W800 is 88 and 96 respectively.

Normally, it is tough to imagine the difference in sensor sizes merely by looking through specifications. The image underneath might offer you a stronger sense of the sensor dimensions in the NX100 and W800.

To sum up, both of those cameras have got different megapixel count and different sensor sizes. The NX100 with its larger sensor is going to make shooting shallow DOF easier and the Sony W800 will result in extra detail because of its extra 5MP. Greater resolution will help you crop images much more aggressively. The more aged NX100 will be behind with regard to sensor tech.